Clean The Climate Control System: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- LIQUI MOLY is available in the following sizes:
2K Air Conditioning (A/C) Cleaner - 1 x 5 liter plastic canister - LIQUI MOLY Article Number Product reference 9001 - with this kit, before the A/C system disinfectant is used, the cleaning fluid (1 Liter) must be mixed with the relevant activation concentrate (fragrance in the sealed edge bag - it comes with the product pack). This will mix automatically and then the product is ready to use. The mixture must contain 1L of fluid and 1 bag of 'concentrate'.
- The following LIQUI MOLY Parts are available already Pre-mixed:
- A/C System Cleaner - 6 x 1 liter plastic canister - LIQUI MOLY - Product reference 4091.
- A/C System Cleaner - 1 x 5 liter plastic canister - LIQUI MOLY - Product reference 4092.
- A one-off purchase for the LIQUI MOLY applicator spray applicator will be required - LIQUI MOLY - Product reference 4090.
| DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER |
|---|---|
| HVAC evaporator cleaning fluid | LR147015 |
Should a customer express the concern of a musty/damp odor emitting from the climate control system when the air conditioning system is operated, follow the steps below to clean the climate control system.
- Inspect and make sure that the condensation water drainage tube is not blocked.
- Dry the surface of the evaporator for 10 minutes with the engine running. Use the following heater and blower settings:
- Switch off the A/C and set to circulation mode.
- Set the air distribution switch to the footwell.
- Turn the temperature regulator and blower selector to maximum.
- Remove the blower motor
- Install a suitable cover in the passenger footwell of the vehicle.
- Fill the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator pot with 40 fluid ounces (FL oz)/1.2L od the LIQUI MOLY A/C
system cleaner.NOTE: Make sure the spray pot is attached fully
- Install the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator pot onto the spray applicator.NOTE:
- The LIQUI MOLY spray applicator tube will be inserted through the area where the blower motor has been removed.
- Insert the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator tube as far as it can go to the right of the climate control system.
- Insert the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator tube into the climate control system.
- Spray the contents of the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator pot into the climate control system:
- Move the spray applicator tube carefully backward and forward to fully clean the evaporator.
NOTE: Use a suitable cloth to wipe away any excess LIQUI MOLY fluid. - Remove the LIQUI MOLY spray applicator tube from the climate control system.
- Install the blower motor
- Dry the surface of the evaporator for 10 minutes with the engine running. Use the following heater and blower settings:
- Switch off the A/C and set to circulation mode.
- Set the air distribution switch to the footwell.
- Turn the temperature regulator and blower selector to maximum.
NOTE: Use a suitable cloth to wipe away any excess LIQUI MOLY fluid. - Remove the suitable cover from the passenger footwell of the vehicle.
- Install a new interior air filter